Camps

It’s almost camp time and we are so excited about the line-up of amazing summer camps in Tampa Bay and beyond. Explore our team’s coverage of local camps and be sure to check out our full Summer Camp Guide!

If you are looking for something during spring break, we also have our guide to Spring Break Camps in Tampa Bay – 2024.

Tampa YMCA Preschool Summer Campers
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Tampa YMCA Launches Preschool Summer Enrichment Camp

Learn all about the brand new YMCA Preschool Summer Camp for 2-5 year olds, running from June 2 to August 8 at the Central City Family YMCA and Camp Sierra. 

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Our Favorite Things to Do Thanksgiving Break in Tampa Bay

Lucky you for calling Tampa Bay home. There are so many things to do in Tampa Bay. From day camps to events and activities, we’ve got it all on our top picks list.

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Top 5 Reasons Teens and Preteens Should Come to Camp

From mastering new sports to unleashing creativity in arts or tech, camp is a treasure trove of opportunities that promises fun and growth for teens and preteens, all while allowing them to enjoy those precious sleep-in mornings.

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Half-Day Summer Camps Combine for Full-Day Fun

Your kids want summer camps where they can battle robots, decorate cupcakes, design video games and play with American Girl dolls and Legos. Your goals for them are academic practice, exercise, time away from screens and maybe an opportunity to try a new activity. Can one summer camp accomplish all that before school is back…

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The Best Spring Break Camps in Tampa Bay

-If you’re searching for spring break camps in Tampa Bay, look no further! Not only will your kids have a guaranteed safe place to stay, but they’ll also have the best week ever as they learn and play! Our list of top picks for spring break camps includes interests that cover everything from sports to…

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Summer Camp Keeps Tweens and Teens Active and Engaged

From outdoor adventures to pickleball games to escape rooms to playwriting, preteens and teens can fill their summer days with camps that reflect their interests.

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How Cooking With Kids Teaches Responsibility and Respect

Kids chopping with actual knives? Stirring pots on hot burners? Responsible for a meal? You’d be surprised how successful kids of all ages can be in the kitchen.

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The Best Art Summer Camps in Tampa Bay

If your child loves art or wants to try something new, check out one of the best art summer camp programs in Tampa Bay!

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The Best Outdoor Camps and Sports Summer Camps in Tampa Bay

We’re sharing the best summer programs offering outdoor and sports camps in Tampa Bay for kids of all ages.

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The Best STEM, Science, and Coding Summer Camps in Tampa Bay

We’re sharing the best STEM summer camps and science summer camps in Tampa Bay.

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The Best Performing Arts Summer Camps in Tampa Bay: Theater, Music, and Dance Camps

We’re sharing our favorite performing arts summer camps in Tampa Bay for your child’s best summer ever!

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The Best Summer Camps for Preschoolers and Little Kids

Even little kids deserve to have the best summer ever at camp! We’re sharing out favorite summer camps for preschoolers in Tampa Bay!

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The Force behind Campo Family YMCA Summer Camp

Like all Y camps, the Campo Family YMCA Summer Camp provides a safe and supportive space for your child to learn, grow and thrive. We go behind the scenes to learn more about this popular camp.

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5 Reasons to Make Camp Part of Your Summer

Besides the practical reasons for attending summer camp, Corbett Prep shares 5 more less-obvious reasons to fit camp into your summer schedule.

Camp HOPE Provides a Pathway for Kids to Learn, Play, and Love

Camp HOPE Provides a Pathway for Kids to Learn, Play, and Love

Learn how Camp HOPE America is making a difference in the lives of children who have experienced the trauma of domestic violence.

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The Summer Camp Lunch Box with the @lunchboxmafia

Are you ready to ditch lunchbox duty but just found out that summer camp requires packed lunches? I’m here for you. Hi, I’m Jenny!

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Design a Perfect Summer with Half-Day Camps

The good news is that it’s possible for families to design their own summer schedule with something for everyone, try half-day summer camps.

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The Best Faith Based Summer Camps in Tampa Bay

We’re sharing a list of our favorite faith based summer camps in Tampa Bay from our 2022 Summer Camp Guide.

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The Coolest Sleep Away Summer Camp Programs for Tampa Bay Kids

We’re sharing our favorite sleep away summer camps for Tampa Bay kids from our 2022 Summer Camp Guide.

Kids Think They’re Too Old for Camp? Check Out These Options at Camp IDS

Kids Think They’re Too Old for Camp? Check Out These Options at Camp IDS

At CAMP IDS, kids can learn the latest TikTok dances, gain babysitting knowledge, train for fall sports, learn to audition, and more!